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How attractive is the package?

According to CEO Satya Nadella, eligible employees will receive a robust severance package. These include:

• Payment equal to annual salary
• 6 months healthcare
• stock vesting benefit
• 60 days notice

For example, an employee earning $180,000 annually and with 20 years of experience can get a package of approximately the same amount.